Grand Guignol: This horror play (more fun scary than scary scary) recalls a blood-soaked Parisian theater of the 20th century. It’s only here for a few days, so catch it before it’s gone. Directed by Mitchell Altieri, one half of the Butcher Brothers filmmaking duo. (Read our story on the show in Thursday's Chronicle or on SFGate.com). Tickets: $25-$195. 7 and 10 p.m. at Z Space, S.F. www.grandguignolsf.com.

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Grand Guignol: This horror play (more fun scary than scary scary) recalls a blood-soaked Parisian theater of the 20th century. It’s only here for a few days, so catch it before it’s gone. Directed by Mitchell Altieri, one half of the Butcher Brothers filmmaking duo. (Read our story on the show in Thursday's Chronicle or on SFGate.com). Tickets: $25-$195. 7 and 10 p.m. at Z Space, S.F. www.grandguignolsf.com.

Grand Guignol: This horror play (more fun scary than scary...scary) recalls a blood-soaked Parisian theater of the 20th century....It’s only here for a few days, so catch it before it’s gone....Directed by Mitchell Altieri, one half of the Butcher Brothers...filmmaking duo. (Read our story on the show in Thursday's Chronicle...or on SFGate.com). Tickets: $25-$195. 7 and 10 p.m. at Z Space, S.F....www.grandguignolsf.com.

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Gainsborough Pictures 1927

The Lodger: The San Francisco Symphony’s Hitchcock week continues with Thursday’s screening of “The Lodger.” The famed director’s early silent film, a little-known thriller, will be accompanied by organist Todd Wilson. (Hitchcock week continues with “Vertigo” on Friday, accompanied by the Symphony, and a performance of Hitchcock’s Greatest Hits on Saturday.) Tickets: $20-$60. 7:30 p.m. at Davies Symphony Hall, S.F. More information at www.sfsymphony.org.

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The Lodger: The San Francisco Symphony’s Hitchcock week continues with Thursday’s screening of “The Lodger.” The famed director’s early silent film, a little-known thriller, will be accompanied by organist Todd Wilson. (Hitchcock week continues with “Vertigo” on Friday, accompanied by the Symphony, and a performance of Hitchcock’s Greatest Hits on Saturday.) Tickets: $20-$60. 7:30 p.m. at Davies Symphony Hall, S.F. More information at www.sfsymphony.org.

The Lodger: The San Francisco Symphony’s Hitchcock week...continues with Thursday’s screening of “The Lodger.” The famed...director’s early silent film, a little-known thriller, will be...accompanied by organist Todd Wilson. (Hitchcock week continues with...“Vertigo” on Friday, accompanied by the Symphony, and a...performance of Hitchcock’s Greatest Hits on Saturday.) Tickets:...$20-$60. 7:30 p.m. at Davies Symphony Hall, S.F. More information at...www.sfsymphony.org.

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The Exploratorium

An Exploratorium Halloween: This one includes some creepy activities like dissecting cow eyes, hearts and, scariest of all, pumpkins. (So slimy.) There’ll also be sugar skull-making demos and cocktails like the Bloody Mary and the Corpse Reviver. Tickets: $10-$15. 6-10 p.m. at the Exploratorium. More information at www.exploratorium.edu.

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An Exploratorium Halloween: This one includes some creepy activities like dissecting cow eyes, hearts and, scariest of all, pumpkins. (So slimy.) There’ll also be sugar skull-making demos and cocktails like the Bloody Mary and the Corpse Reviver. Tickets: $10-$15. 6-10 p.m. at the Exploratorium. More information at www.exploratorium.edu.

An Exploratorium Halloween: This one includes some creepy...activities like dissecting cow eyes, hearts and, scariest of all,...pumpkins. (So slimy.) There’ll also be sugar skull-making demos and...cocktails like the Bloody Mary and the Corpse Reviver. Tickets:...$10-$15. 6-10 p.m. at the Exploratorium. More information at www.exploratorium.edu.

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Press Junkie PR

A Super Fly Halloween: Break out those 1970s-themed costumes and head down to the Elbo Room for this party. Afrolicious will perform the entire “Super Fly” soundtrack. Hosted by Pleasuremaker and Senor Oz. Tickets: $10-$15. 9:30 p.m. at the Elbo Room, S.F. More information at www.elbo.com.

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A Super Fly Halloween: Break out those 1970s-themed costumes and head down to the Elbo Room for this party. Afrolicious will perform the entire “Super Fly” soundtrack. Hosted by Pleasuremaker and Senor Oz. Tickets: $10-$15. 9:30 p.m. at the Elbo Room, S.F. More information at www.elbo.com.

A Super Fly Halloween: Break out those 1970s-themed costumes...and head down to the Elbo Room for this party. Afrolicious will...perform the entire “Super Fly” soundtrack. Hosted by Pleasuremaker...and Senor Oz. Tickets: $10-$15. 9:30 p.m. at the Elbo Room, S.F. More...information at www.elbo.com.

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Gi Paoletti

Halloween Masque: Head over to Noir Lounge on Halloween for a night of live music, hors d'oeuvres created by Chef Adam Hinojosa and a costume contest with prizes for best attire. Tickets: $50 (includes drink tickets). 6-10:30 p.m. at Noir Lounge, S.F. More information at noirloungehalloween-zvents.eventbrite.com.

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Halloween Masque: Head over to Noir Lounge on Halloween for a night of live music, hors d'oeuvres created by Chef Adam Hinojosa and a costume contest with prizes for best attire. Tickets: $50 (includes drink tickets). 6-10:30 p.m. at Noir Lounge, S.F. More information at noirloungehalloween-zvents.eventbrite.com.

Halloween Masque: Head over to Noir Lounge on Halloween for a...night of live music, hors d'oeuvres created by Chef Adam Hinojosa and...a costume contest with prizes for best attire. Tickets: $50 (includes...drink tickets). 6-10:30 p.m. at Noir Lounge, S.F. More information at...noirloungehalloween-zvents.eventbrite.com.

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www.thehauntedhouseofhorrors.com

The Haunted House of Horrors: This one turns the Old Mint into a "live the horror movie experience," complete with hundreds of monsters, 25 chambers of horror and two mazes. (You can take the kids to this one; there will be family entertainment.) Tickets: $10-$50. 5 p.m.-midnight at the Old Mint. More information at www.thehauntedhouseofhorrors.com.

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The Haunted House of Horrors: This one turns the Old Mint into a "live the horror movie experience," complete with hundreds of monsters, 25 chambers of horror and two mazes. (You can take the kids to this one; there will be family entertainment.) Tickets: $10-$50. 5 p.m.-midnight at the Old Mint. More information at www.thehauntedhouseofhorrors.com.

The Haunted House of Horrors: This one turns the Old Mint into...a "live the horror movie experience," complete with hundreds of...monsters, 25 chambers of horror and two mazes. (You can take the kids...to this one; there will be family entertainment.) Tickets: $10-$50. 5...p.m.-midnight at the Old Mint. More information at www.thehauntedhouseofhorrors.com.

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California Academy of Sciences

Creatures of the NightLife: The Academy of Sciences’ weekly Nightlife Party partners with the Bay Area Science Festival for an evening of Halloween fun. Learn the science behind werewolves, vampires and zombies; catch a drag show hosted by Peaches Christ and learn how to survive a zombie attack, courtesy of UCSF’s Joseph Chen. Tickets: $10-$12. 6-10 p.m. at the California Academy of Sciences. (415) 379-8000. More information at www.calacademy.org.

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Creatures of the NightLife: The Academy of Sciences’ weekly Nightlife Party partners with the Bay Area Science Festival for an evening of Halloween fun. Learn the science behind werewolves, vampires and zombies; catch a drag show hosted by Peaches Christ and learn how to survive a zombie attack, courtesy of UCSF’s Joseph Chen. Tickets: $10-$12. 6-10 p.m. at the California Academy of Sciences. (415) 379-8000. More information at www.calacademy.org.

Creatures of the NightLife: The Academy of Sciences’ weekly...Nightlife Party partners with the Bay Area Science Festival for an...evening of Halloween fun. Learn the science behind werewolves,...vampires and zombies; catch a drag show hosted by Peaches Christ and...learn how to survive a zombie attack, courtesy of UCSF’s Joseph...Chen. Tickets: $10-$12. 6-10 p.m. at the California Academy of...Sciences. (415) 379-8000. More information at www.calacademy.org.

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Stephanie Hession

Winchester Mystery House Flashlight Tour: Arguably the spookiest spot in all of the Bay Area, the Winchester Mystery House is hosting a flashlight tour. Guests are invited to dress up and trick or treat in the gardens. Tickets: $48. 6:30 p.m.-midnight at the Winchester Mystery House, San Jose. More information at www.winchestermysteryhouse.com .

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Winchester Mystery House Flashlight Tour: Arguably the spookiest spot in all of the Bay Area, the Winchester Mystery House is hosting a flashlight tour. Guests are invited to dress up and trick or treat in the gardens. Tickets: $48. 6:30 p.m.-midnight at the Winchester Mystery House, San Jose. More information at www.winchestermysteryhouse.com .

Winchester Mystery House Flashlight Tour: Arguably the...spookiest spot in all of the Bay Area, the Winchester Mystery House is...hosting a flashlight tour. Guests are invited to dress up and trick or...treat in the gardens. Tickets: $48. 6:30 p.m.-midnight at the...Winchester Mystery House, San Jose. More information at www.winchestermysteryhouse.com .

Crackpot Crones Meet The Bride of Lesbostein: Terry Baum & Carolyn Myers (a.k.a. the Crackpot Crones) are staging their first Halloween show. “Dr. Lesbostein will attempt to create the perfect wife from the DNA of her ex- lovers. Cringe as the lovesick Igorina panders to the enormous ego of Dr. Lesbostein. Tremble at the difficulties mad scientists have finding affordable housing in San Francisco! Cheer as the Bride of Lesbostein comes to life and heads to City Hall to make it legal!!” Tickets: $18. 8 p.m. at The Garage, S.F. More information at www.crackpotcrones.com.

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Crackpot Crones Meet The Bride of Lesbostein: Terry Baum & Carolyn Myers (a.k.a. the Crackpot Crones) are staging their first Halloween show. “Dr. Lesbostein will attempt to create the perfect wife from the DNA of her ex- lovers. Cringe as the lovesick Igorina panders to the enormous ego of Dr. Lesbostein. Tremble at the difficulties mad scientists have finding affordable housing in San Francisco! Cheer as the Bride of Lesbostein comes to life and heads to City Hall to make it legal!!” Tickets: $18. 8 p.m. at The Garage, S.F. More information at www.crackpotcrones.com.

Crackpot Crones Meet The Bride of Lesbostein: Terry Baum &...Carolyn Myers (a.k.a. the Crackpot Crones) are staging their first...Halloween show. “Dr. Lesbostein will attempt to create the perfect...wife from the DNA of her ex- lovers. Cringe as the lovesick Igorina...panders to the enormous ego of Dr. Lesbostein. Tremble at the...difficulties mad scientists have finding affordable housing in San...Francisco! Cheer as the Bride of Lesbostein comes to life and heads to...City Hall to make it legal!!” Tickets: $18. 8 p.m. at The Garage,...S.F. More information at www.crackpotcrones.com.

Thursday is Halloween and, while it is a school night, there’s no shortage of spooky parties, plays and activities to celebrate the occasion. Are you all dressed up with no place to go? Here are a few suggestions, from a lesbian take on “The Bride of Frankenstein” to the horror play “Grand Guignol” to a party at Hayes Valley’s Noir Lounge or a film at the San Francisco Symphony. Happy Halloween!